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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › OuagadougouOuagadougou - Wikipedia

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   Ouagadougou or Wagadugu (/ ˌ w ɑː ɡ ə ˈ d uː ɡ uː / WAH-gə-DOO-goo, Mossi: [ˈwɔɣədəɣʊ], French:) is the capital of Burkina Faso, and the administrative, communications, cultural and economic centre of the nation.

3. www.britannica.com › place › OuagadougouOuagadougou | Burkina Faso, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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   Jun 7, 2024 · Ouagadougou, capital and largest city of Burkina Faso, western Africa. It was the capital of the historic Mossi kingdom of Wagadugu (founded in the 15th century) and the seat of the morho naba (“great king”) of the Mossi people.

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   Burkina Faso also hosts the International Art and Craft Fair, Ouagadougou. It is better known by its French name as SIAO , Le Salon International de l' Artisanat de Ouagadougou , and is one of the most important African handicraft fairs.

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   17 hours ago · Geographical and historical treatment of Burkina Faso (originally Upper Volta), a landlocked country in western Africa, including maps and a survey of its people, economy, and government. The capital is Ouagadougou, located in the center of the country.

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7. www.lonelyplanet.com › burkina-faso › ouagadougouOuagadougou travel - Lonely Planet | Burkina Faso, Africa

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   Burkina Faso, Africa. Ouaga, as it's affectionately dubbed, is a thriving, eclectic arts hub, with dance and concert venues, live bands, theatre companies, a busy festival schedule and beautiful handicrafts.

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   Ouagadougou (pronounced: WA-ga-DOO-goo) is the capital of Burkina Faso and the nation's cultural and economic centre. Its name is informally shortened to Ouaga.

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   Is Ouagadougou a city?

   • Ouagadougou or Wagadugu ( / ˌwɑːɡəˈduːɡuː / WAH-gə-DOO-goo, Mossi: [ˈwɔɣədəɣʊ], French: [waɡaduɡu]) is the capital of Burkina Faso, and the administrative, communications, cultural and economic centre of the nation. It is also the country's largest city, with a population of 2,415,266 in 2019.

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   What ethnicity is Ouagadougou?

   • Ouagadougou (pronounced: WA-ga-DOO-goo) is the capital of Burkina Faso and the nation's cultural and economic centre. Its name is informally shortened to Ouaga . The dominant ethnicity is Mossi (60%), but many other tribes are also represented (Samo, Gourounsi, Lobi, etc). Languages spoken: French, Moore, some Jula (derivative of Bambara).

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   What is Burkina Faso known for?

   • In addition to several rich traditional artistic heritages among the peoples, there is a large artist community in Burkina Faso, especially in Ouagadougou. Much of the crafts produced are for the country's growing tourist industry. Burkina Faso also hosts the International Art and Craft Fair, Ouagadougou.

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   Which country is known as Burkina Faso?

   • Previously called the Republic of Upper Volta (1958–1984), it was renamed Burkina Faso by President Thomas Sankara. Its citizens are known as Burkinabè, [b] and its capital and largest city is Ouagadougou . The largest ethnic group in Burkina Faso is the Mossi people, who settled the area in the 11th and 13th centuries.

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   What is the capital of Burkina Faso?

   • Capital, Population, Government... A former French colony, it gained independence as Upper Volta in 1960. The name Burkina Faso, which means “Land of Incorruptible People,” was adopted in 1984. The capital, Ouagadougou, is in the centre of the country and lies about 500 miles (800 km) from the Atlantic Ocean.

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   Where is the French embassy in Burkina Faso?

   • French embassy building, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso. Ouagadougou, the administrative capital and the seat of government, is a modern city where several companies have their headquarters. It is also the residence of the morho naba (“great lord”) of the Mossi and an important regional centre for international aid programs.

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10. www.tripadvisor.com › Tourism-g293769-OuagadougouOuagadougou, Burkina Faso: All You Must Know Before You Go ...

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